2021 FORD TRANSIT Steering

High sensitivity.
A
Autowipers on.
B
Low sensitivity.
C
Move the wiper lever upward to the first
position to switch autowipers on.
Use the rotary control to adjust the
sensitivity of the autowipers. When you
select low sensitivity, the wipers operate
when the sensor detects a large amount
of water on the windshield. When you
select high sensitivity, the wipers operate
when the sensor detects a small amount
of water on the windshield.
Note: Keep the outside of the windshield
clean. The rain sensor is very sensitive and
the wipers may operate if dirt, mist or
insects hit the windshield. If you leave autowipers on, it may not
operate when you switch the ignition on
during freezing temperatures. This is
because the system has deactivated the
rain sensor to prevent damage to the
windshield wipers. Defrost the windshield
before reactivating the rain sensor. You
can reactivate the rain sensor by moving
the rotary control or switching autowipers
off and on.
Note:
Fully defrost the windshield before
you switch the windshield wipers on.
Note: Make sure that you switch the
windshield wipers off before entering a car
wash.
Wet or winter weather conditions could
cause unexpected wiping or smearing.
To keep the windshield clear:
• Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers
to reduce the amount of smearing on
the windshield.
• Switch autowipers off.
Note: If streaks or smears appear on the
windshield, clean the windshield and the
wiper blades. See Checking the Wiper
Blades (page 294). If that does not resolve
the issue, install new wiper blades. See
Changing the Front Wiper Blades
(page
295).
Settings
To switch autowipers on or off, use the information display controls on the steering
wheel to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
Vehicle Settings
Press the
OK button.
Wipers
Press the
OK button.
Rain Sensing
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WINDSHIELD WASHERS Pull the lever toward you to operate the
windshield washers. When you release the
lever, the wipers operate for a short time.
A courtesy wipe occurs a short time after
the wipers stop to clear any remaining
washer fluid.
You can switch courtesy wipe on or off in
the information display.
Note:
Do not operate the washers when
the washer reservoir is empty. This could
cause the washer pump to overheat.
Settings
To switch courtesy wipe on or off, use the information display controls on the
steering wheel to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
Vehicle Settings
Press the
OK button.
Wipers
Press the
OK button.
Courtesy Wipe
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The headlamps remain on for a period of
time after you switch the ignition off. Use
the information display controls to adjust
the period of time that the headlamps
remain on.
Adjusting the Period of Time That
the Headlamps Remain On
1. Using the information display controls
on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select
Lighting.
4. Select
Autolamp Delay.
5. Select a setting.
6. Press the
OK button.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
The instrument lighting dimmer buttons
are on the lighting control. Repeatedly press one of the
buttons to adjust the brightness.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
(IF
EQUIPPED) WARNING:
The daytime running
lamps system does not activate the rear
lamps and may not provide adequate
lighting during low visibility driving
conditions. Also, the autolamps switch
position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as
daytime fog. Make sure the headlamps
are switched to auto or on, as
appropriate, during all low visibility
conditions. Failure to do so may result in
a crash.
Type 1 - Conventional (Non-
Configurable)
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The ignition is switched to the on position.
2. The lighting control is in the off, parking
lamp or autolamps positions.
3. The headlamps are off.
Type 2 - Configurable
Switch the daytime running lamps on or
off using the information display controls.
See
Information Displays (page 115).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. They are switched on in the information
display. See
Information Displays
(page 115).
2. The ignition is switched to the on position.
3. The lighting control is in the autolamps
position.
4. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positions
do not activate the daytime running lamps,
and you can use them to temporarily
override autolamp control.
When switched off in the information
display, the daytime running lamps are off
in all lighting control switch positions.
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Switching Automatic High Beam Control On or Off
To switch the system on or off, use the information display controls on the steering
wheel to select the following:
Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
Vehicle Settings
Press the
OK button.
Lighting
Press the
OK button.
Auto Highbeam
Automatic High Beam Indicator It illuminates to confirm when
the system is ready to assist.
Overriding Automatic High Beam
Control
Push the lever away from you to switch
between high beam and low beam.
Automatic High Beam Control Information Messages Description
Message
The camera has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. If
the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen
The camera has malfunctioned. Wait a short period of time
for the camera to cool down. If the message continues to
appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available
FRONT FOG LAMPS
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On
or Off
Only switch the front fog lamps on during
reduced visibility. You can switch the front fog lamps on if
any of the following occur:
•
You set the lighting control to the
parking lamps position.
• You set the lighting control to the
headlamps position.
• You set the lighting control to the
autolamps position and the headlamps
are on.
The front fog lamp button is on the lighting
control. Press the button to switch the
front fog lamps on or off.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely start
your vehicle and therefore to heat or cool
the interior to a predetermined
temperature.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work if:
•
The alarm horn is sounding.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• Remote start is not enabled.
• The ignition is on.
Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel
level is low.
ENABLING REMOTE START
1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select
Remote Start.
4. Switch
System on.
Note: To use remote start, make sure that
the modem is enabled. See
Enabling and
Disabling the Modem (page 371).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. Use the FordPass App to start the vehicle.
Note:
The turn signal lamps flash twice.
Note: The parking lamps turn on when the
vehicle is running.
Note: The horn sounds if the system fails
to start.
Note: All other vehicle systems remain off
when you have remotely started the vehicle.
Note: You may have to wait a short period
of time before remotely starting the vehicle
after the vehicle stops running.
Note: The vehicle remains secured when
you have remotely started it. A valid key
must be inside your vehicle to switch the
ignition on and drive your vehicle.
Note: A maximum of two remote starts are
allowed. After that you need to turn the
ignition on and off before you can use
remote start again.
Use the FordPass App to switch the vehicle
off.
REMOTE START SETTINGS
Climate Control Settings
1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select
Remote Start.
4. Select
Climate Control.
5. Select
Auto or Last Settings.
Note: If you select
Auto, the system
attempts to heat or cool the interior to 72°F
(22°C)
.
Note: If you select
Last Settings, the
system remembers the last used settings.
Note: You cannot adjust the climate control
settings when you have remotely started
the vehicle.
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Note:
When you switch the ignition on, the
climate control system returns to the last
used settings.
Heated Seat Settings
1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select
Remote Start.
4. Select
Seats.
5. Select
Auto or Off.
Note: If you switch the heated seat settings
to
Auto, the heated seats turn on during
cold weather.
Note: You cannot adjust the heated seat
settings when you have remotely started
the vehicle.
Setting the Remote Start Duration
You can set a duration for Remote Start
to run.
1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select
Vehicle Settings.
3. Select
Remote Start.
4. Select
Duration.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNING: Do not recline the seat
backrest too far as this can cause the
occupant to slide under the seatbelt,
resulting in personal injury in the event
of a crash. WARNING: Always sit upright
against your seatback with your feet on
the floor. WARNING:
Do not place objects
higher than the top of the seat backrest.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death in the
event of a sudden stop or crash. When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, seatbelt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash. We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•
Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.
• Do not recline the seat backrest so that
your torso is more than 30 degree from
the upright position.
• Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.
• Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in
(25 cm) between your breastbone and
the airbag cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the
seatbelt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING:
The adjustable head
restraint is a safety device. Whenever
possible it should be installed and
correctly adjusted when the seat is
occupied. An incorrectly adjusted head
restraint may provide reduced protection
to an occupant during certain rear
impacts.
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Note:
You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time before
the starting system temporarily disables. If
you exceed the starting time limit, a
message may appear and you cannot
attempt to start the engine for at least 15
minutes.
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Starting the Engine
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
2. Turn the key to position III.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift into park (P).
4. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
5. Turn the key to position
III and wait
until the engine stops cranking.
6. Release the accelerator pedal.
7. Start the engine. Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
1. Shift into park (P).
2. Turn the key to position
0.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING:
Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Turn the key to position
0.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
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